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Qualified Manual Instructor
Learning to drive is a massive milestone, but it does not have to be stressful. As a fully qualified, DVSA-approved driving instructor (ADI), I provide patient, professional, and structured manual driving lessons tailored entirely to your pace. Even if you are nervous about starting, I can help.
You will learn to drive in a new model, dual controlled Volkswagen Golf – one of the safest, smoothest, and easiest manual cars to master gear changes and clutch control.
Whether you are stepping into the driver's seat for the very first time, looking to regain your confidence, or polishing your skills for the big day, I am here to help you become a safe, capable driver for life.
Drive Safely, Ready To Pass
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Fully qualified Instructor: Learn with a certified professional Approved Driving Instructor (ADI).
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Volkswagen Golf: Learn in a premium, modern, and easy-to-drive manual car.
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Patient & Friendly: Calm, encouraging tuition designed to ease driving anxiety.
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Flexible pickups: Collect and drop off from home, college, or work
Your Local Manual Driving Specialist
I'm Dan and I've been a Driving Instructor around Exeter, Sidmouth, Ottery St Mary and East Devon since the beginning of 2023. I was trained by one of the biggest driving school companies in the UK to become a specialist, Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). After three years I decided it was time to build my own driving school and started Eastside Driving School.
Driving Test Centres & Areas Covered
I Primarily prepare students for the Exeter test centre, ensuring you know the local area like Marsh Barton, roundabouts like Sandygate or Countess Wear, and junctions around Exminster or Kennford . For your convenience I can also accommodate practical tests at Newton Abbot and Taunton test centres.
Looking for driving lessons in Devon? I proudly provide manual driving lessons across Exeter and East Devon.
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Exeter (All central and surrounding areas)
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Sidmouth
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Ottery St Mary
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Exmouth
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Honiton
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Cranbrook
Have some questions about our driving lessons in Exeter, Sidmouth, Ottery St Mary or another part of East Devon? Find answers to some frequently asked questions below.
What do I need to start driving lessons?
You need to be at least 17 years old (16 if you have the mobility part of the PIP), have your provisional driving license and be able to read a standard number plate from 20 metres.
How do I apply for my provisional driving license?
To apply for your provisional driving license you need to be at least 15 years and 9 months old. You must be able to read a standard number plate from 20 metres. Have been given permission to live in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) for at least 185 days. It currently costs £34 to apply online.
How many driving lessons will I need?
In the UK, there is no legal minimum number of driving lessons required. However, the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) estimates the average learner needs about 45 hours of professional lessons alongside 22 hours of private practice to pass.
Based in Ottery St Mary, offering driving lessons around Exeter, Sidmouth & East Devon
07454810676